Kaizer Chiefs enter September with three Betway Premiership fixtures on the calendar as Fernando Da Cruz looks to extend the club’s unbeaten start to the new campaign.
The Glamour Boys have made an encouraging beginning under French head coach Fernando Da Cruz, collecting eight points from their opening four league matches.
Chiefs started their campaign with a convincing 3-1 victory over Kruger United, before following it up with a 2-0 win against Sekhukhune United.
Two draws have followed, leaving Amakhosi third in the early Betway Premiership standings, just two points behind the league leaders.
September now presents Da Cruz and his players with an opportunity to turn that promising start into a sustained challenge at the top of the table.
Kaizer Chiefs Begin September Against Siwelele
Chiefs’ first assignment of the month comes on Sunday, 6 September, when they welcome Siwelele FC.
The match will be played at Dobsonville Stadium in Soweto, with kick-off scheduled for 17:30.
The fixture was moved from its original arrangements due to challenges surrounding national stadium availability.
For Da Cruz, the objective will be straightforward: collect maximum points and keep the unbeaten run going.
Playing in front of their home supporters should also give the Amakhosi an opportunity to build on their recent momentum.
Amakhosi Head to Polokwane
One week later, Chiefs face their first away test of the month.
On Saturday, 12 September, the Glamour Boys travel to the Old Peter Mokaba Stadium to face Polokwane City FC.
Kick-off is scheduled for 15:00.
Away fixtures can prove decisive in a title race, and Da Cruz will be hoping his side can maintain the defensive organisation and attacking confidence shown during the opening weeks of the season.
A victory in Polokwane would put Chiefs in an excellent position heading into their final September fixture.
Golden Arrows Await in the Final September Match
Chiefs’ month concludes with another difficult away trip.
On Saturday, 19 September, Amakhosi face Lamontville Golden Arrows FC at the King Goodwill Zwelithini Stadium.
The match will kick off at 15:00.
Golden Arrows are expected to provide another stern examination, meaning Chiefs could be forced to show their ability to grind out results away from home.
Three Games, Nine Points Up for Grabs
There are nine league points available to Kaizer Chiefs during September.
For a team hoping to compete for the Betway Premiership title, a strong return from these three matches could be crucial.
The immediate priority will be beating Siwelele at home before Chiefs embark on consecutive away trips against Polokwane City and Golden Arrows.
Da Cruz has already given supporters reason for optimism with an unbeaten opening four matches. The next challenge is turning that positive beginning into consistency.
If Chiefs can navigate September successfully, they could strengthen their position near the top of the table and establish themselves as serious early title contenders.
Kaizer Chiefs’ September Fixtures
| Date | Fixture | Venue | Kick-off |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 September | Kaizer Chiefs vs Siwelele FC | Dobsonville Stadium | 17:30 |
| 12 September | Polokwane City FC vs Kaizer Chiefs | Old Peter Mokaba Stadium | 15:00 |
| 19 September | Lamontville Golden Arrows FC vs Kaizer Chiefs | King Goodwill Zwelithini Stadium | 15:00 |
Three matches. Nine points available. One objective: keep the unbeaten run alive and stay in the title race.
September could provide an early indication of whether Fernando Da Cruz’s Kaizer Chiefs have what it takes to challenge consistently at the top of South African football.
